giving thanks.

yesterday was a wonderfully peaceful and gratitude-filled thanksgiving day. we started slowly, as i drank my coffee and read in bed under the down comforter. brett did some work on the couch with lu snuggled in. then they headed out for the first ski of the season in the fields, and i headed up to my folks house for some more food prep. our plates were full: delicious local turkey, stuffing that would make grandmommy proud, potatoes, brussels, squash, gravy & cranberry. it was a quiet and wonderful little celebration with just the four of us, followed by a chilly walk. we gathered with friends in the evening to enjoy pie and cheer. for family, for friends, for good food and for health: i am grateful.